Located on a corner of Belmont and Kenmore that has seen several restaurants wither in the past few years, Indie may just have what it takes to break the curse. I hope I didn't just jinx it.

On its second night in business, Indie Burger was still working out some service kinks and side dish issues, but when it comes to its mainstay--sandwiches and fries--they're already worth a visit. We loved the falafil-ish chickpea burger ($7.99) and the juicy grilled chicken sandwich ($7.99), both served with yummy housemade tzatziki, and prepared with all organic ingredients--even the bun--according to management.

But it was the organic burger that really knocked us out. My daughter got it as part of her kids meal ($5.99 for tot size and $6.99 for regular) that also came with crispy fries (cooked in rice bran oil) and a little organic lollipop. I loved that the kiddie meals featured only a slider-size burger to keep portions in perspective for pint-size diners.

While I could go for a flatter bun, a fellow diner said she liked its yeasty fragrance and fresh, pillowy texture. And although I like the slightly grassy flavors that accompany this organic, 100 percent grass fed burger, my sister found the meat a little gamey.

Indeed, if you're not used to grass fed beef, the notes of hay and dairy might take some getting used to. But that hasn't deterred the fans of the wildly popular DMK grass fed burgers down the street on Sheffield. And it helps that Indie burgers can come with excellent cheddar and blue cheese.

Those looking for more organic indulgence after dinner can dive into shakes ($4.99) made with local dairy and ice cream, root beer floats ($4.99), pastries from Bleeding Heart Bakery or just a scoop of ice cream ($1.50).

Indie is certainly not the first Chicago area restaurant to serve sustainable burgers. Poag Mahone, DMK Burger and Duke's Ale House all serve a fine grass fed product. And Epic and Tom & Eddies offer "all natural" burgers.

But in terms of using only certified organic, grass fed beef--much less organic buns and serving it all for $6.99--Indie sets a new bar. If there are others, please tell me.

With a dining room made of reclaimed barn wood, old books, pews from a Chicago church and chairs of recycled soda bottles, this is the kind of place that will certainly attract crunchy moms like me while making local carnivores feel almost virtuous about their vices.

The restaurant hopes to start breakfast service with organic panini and a full espresso bar some time next month.